Gauteng Grade 8 Application

The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) online application system, or Gauteng Grade 8 Application 2027, is now open to all learners wanting admission for Grade 8 by next year. Parents can now apply to secure space for their child’s admission from Wednesday, 5 August 2026, at 8h00 and will close on Friday, 4 September 2026, at midnight.

Entering Grade 8 is a significant moment as students prepare for high school. In this article, I’ll provide guidance on securing admission for your scholar. Note that the GDE online system now mandates parental applications, even in schools combining both Primary and High school.

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